Arjen Robben blasted by Jose Mourinho

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes Bayern Munich and Netherlands winger Arjen Robben must be more honest with referees during matches. The Dutch superstar was criticised after winning a controversial last-gasp penalty against Mexico in the World Cup last 16 on Sunday - and Mourinho feels he is one of a group of players who are actively attempting to deceive match officials.

Robben, who turned 30 last January, worked under Mourinho for three years at Stamford Bridge. And although the Blues’ boss feels that defenders do actively target Robben, he has little sympathy for the winger when it comes to the issue of diving.

“I also know that sometimes he tries to get an advantage and he tries to win a free kick or he tries to get a penalty.

“I think it’s important for the players to help the referees.

“To help the referees is to be honest on the pitch. To help the referee is to be pure and the try to win the right way.

“But the reality is that not every player behaves that way and referees have a difficult job.”

Arjen Robben: World Cup Golden Ball contender

Robben, despite his penalty box theatrics, has been sensational over the last few weeks at the World Cup finals in Brazil. The attacker currently has three World Cup goals to his name, as well as a couple of assists, and is expected to be in the running for the coveted Golden Ball accolade.

While he may be on the wrong side of 30, Robben remains one of the most dynamic world-class performers on the planet. Subsequently, at least one of Europe’s biggest clubs are keen to sign him this summer.

Robben, however, insists that he has no plans to leave the Allianz Arena for Old Trafford. But despite his comments, rumours persist that United will make a move in the near future. A €50 million bid has been mooted, but whether the Premier League giants would agree to pay that much for a 30-year-old is doubtful.

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